You can win over 700 souls to Christ every year! Prophet Joy Allen is a graduate of The Master's Touch School of Evangelism. In addition, she has been active in effective evangelism for over 15 years. In the class, offered by Breath of Life International Church, students are taught the methods of effective evangelism, based on the Master, Himself - Jesus Christ!
We know the dictionary definition of worship (a feeling, or devotion to a deity), and we have read John 4:24, "God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth"; but, what does the Bible teach us about the subject of worship? This is a series of lessons that gets to the heart of worship and what it really means for Christians.
The second study in our "Growing Deep in the Gospel" series in which we answer the question, "What is the Gospel?" In answering the question we looked at how the word "gospel" was used in Jesus' day and how the Bible describes the gospel. We also looked at what is the heart of the gospel, a outline of the basic gospel message and an outline of the gospel based on the entire Bible.
We know the dictionary definition of worship (a feeling, or devotion to a deity), and we have read John 4:24, "God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth"; but, what does the Bible teach us about the subject of worship? This is a series of lessons that gets to the heart of worship and what it really means for Christians.
The second study in our "Growing Deep in the Gospel" series in which we answer the question, "What is the Gospel?" In answering the question we looked at how the word "gospel" was used in Jesus' day and how the Bible describes the gospel. We also looked at what is the heart of the gospel, a outline of the basic gospel message and an outline of the gospel based on the entire Bible.
This is a collection of writings on the Holy Spirit gift of leadership that empowers some believers to take control of needs in the body of Christ for the benefit of all.
EVANGELISM 101: Lesson 1 - Biblical Foundations of EvangelismFrancis Hernandez
For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” (Romans 10:13-15)
"It (Evangelism) comes from the same Greek word for gospel (euangelion) and means, literally, “gospeling.” When we evangelize we are “gospeling” — we are spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ." - https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/what-evangelism/
Every Christian is called to do the divine task of evangelism. Evangelism is a task not just for the select churches, or for the evangelists or pastors. This is Lesson 1 of EVANGELISM 101 Series. Given last April 23, 2021 at HOPE Christian Fellowship in Guinobatan, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines by Ptr. Francis S. Hernandez.
Watch the Tagalog Version of this Lesson: Soon!
Download the PowerPoint Document for this lesson: https://1drv.ms/p/s!AtkA--J-cWQ_g60AgxIUCEAbFVVSRg?e=2sRaPB
PowerPoint Document also available in SlideShare:
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The Author's Blog: https://ifacedownworship.wordpress.com/
Email the Author: ifacedownworship@gmail.com
Before Christ came into our lives, we were children of darkness. But even as God is light, and Christ is the light of the world, so also are we are children of light. As such, we ought to walk in the light and behave in a manner consistent with our calling. Wake up oh Christian and let your light shine.
Dr. John Oakes and Robert Carrillo taught a Bible workshop on the Book of Luke at San Diego State University Saturday May 3rd 2014. Notes, power point and recordings are attached.
How Bible Scholars and Historians analyze the Gospels using critical methods to separate the fact from fiction with regards to the historical Jesus. The information in this slideshow is based on 200 years of scholarly research.
The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 3, From our series, "The Bible In Five" a 5 years examination of the Scriptures.
Pastor Dave Kooyers , Valley Bible Fellowship, (707) 895-3212
The Prophetic Intensive is an E.Q.U.I.P.P. (Educate, Qualify, Undergird, Instruct, Prepare, Push Out) class of Life Changers Church.
Our E.Q.U.I.P.P. classes are designed to help to prepare God's people for the varied aspects of ministry in the 21st Century.
In the Prophetic Intensive you will learn things like:
*How to prophesy
*How to clearly hear the voice of God
*Spiritual gifts (and how to use them)
*What is prophecy?
*How to learn what your future holds through the ministry of the Holy Spirit
*Are prophets still around today?
*Understanding the dreams that you dream
(Dream Interpretation)
*How to be lead by the Holy Spirit
and so much more.....
This class will empower you prophetically unlike anything that you've ever done before.
It offers the perfect blend of practical teaching and activation exercises which will sharpen your ears to hear what God is saying for yourself and for others.
There is no cost associated with this class. There is also ministry available for your teens and children.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (513) 341-5543.
We look forward to seeing you in the class!
www.lifechangerschurchintl.org
LOCATION INFORMATION:
Life Changers Church-Fairfield
7474 Morris Road
Fairfield Twp, OH 45011
(Located inside of Cincinnati Christian School)
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
The significance of the Apocalypse
The circumstances surrounding its writing
Who wrote it? To Whom? Where? Why?
Its structure and Content
Aids to interpretation
How can we benefit from it?
this is one of the books of father zakaria a researcher in the field of Comparative Religion
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I respect him too because he always puts himself in danger for the sake of the Muslims knew To know the Superstitions of Islam and guide them to the light of Christ and Christianity and to teach them how to love and forget the violence and terrorism of Islam
This is a collection of writings on the Holy Spirit gift of leadership that empowers some believers to take control of needs in the body of Christ for the benefit of all.
EVANGELISM 101: Lesson 1 - Biblical Foundations of EvangelismFrancis Hernandez
For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” (Romans 10:13-15)
"It (Evangelism) comes from the same Greek word for gospel (euangelion) and means, literally, “gospeling.” When we evangelize we are “gospeling” — we are spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ." - https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/what-evangelism/
Every Christian is called to do the divine task of evangelism. Evangelism is a task not just for the select churches, or for the evangelists or pastors. This is Lesson 1 of EVANGELISM 101 Series. Given last April 23, 2021 at HOPE Christian Fellowship in Guinobatan, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines by Ptr. Francis S. Hernandez.
Watch the Tagalog Version of this Lesson: Soon!
Download the PowerPoint Document for this lesson: https://1drv.ms/p/s!AtkA--J-cWQ_g60AgxIUCEAbFVVSRg?e=2sRaPB
PowerPoint Document also available in SlideShare:
Download Free End Times Lessons, Tagalog Sermons and other Resources for Filipino Preachers/Churches: https://endtimesbibleprophecy.cf/
End Times Bible Prophecy Blog: https://endtimesbibleprophecy908059317.wordpress.com/
The Author's Blog: https://ifacedownworship.wordpress.com/
Email the Author: ifacedownworship@gmail.com
Before Christ came into our lives, we were children of darkness. But even as God is light, and Christ is the light of the world, so also are we are children of light. As such, we ought to walk in the light and behave in a manner consistent with our calling. Wake up oh Christian and let your light shine.
Dr. John Oakes and Robert Carrillo taught a Bible workshop on the Book of Luke at San Diego State University Saturday May 3rd 2014. Notes, power point and recordings are attached.
How Bible Scholars and Historians analyze the Gospels using critical methods to separate the fact from fiction with regards to the historical Jesus. The information in this slideshow is based on 200 years of scholarly research.
The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 3, From our series, "The Bible In Five" a 5 years examination of the Scriptures.
Pastor Dave Kooyers , Valley Bible Fellowship, (707) 895-3212
The Prophetic Intensive is an E.Q.U.I.P.P. (Educate, Qualify, Undergird, Instruct, Prepare, Push Out) class of Life Changers Church.
Our E.Q.U.I.P.P. classes are designed to help to prepare God's people for the varied aspects of ministry in the 21st Century.
In the Prophetic Intensive you will learn things like:
*How to prophesy
*How to clearly hear the voice of God
*Spiritual gifts (and how to use them)
*What is prophecy?
*How to learn what your future holds through the ministry of the Holy Spirit
*Are prophets still around today?
*Understanding the dreams that you dream
(Dream Interpretation)
*How to be lead by the Holy Spirit
and so much more.....
This class will empower you prophetically unlike anything that you've ever done before.
It offers the perfect blend of practical teaching and activation exercises which will sharpen your ears to hear what God is saying for yourself and for others.
There is no cost associated with this class. There is also ministry available for your teens and children.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (513) 341-5543.
We look forward to seeing you in the class!
www.lifechangerschurchintl.org
LOCATION INFORMATION:
Life Changers Church-Fairfield
7474 Morris Road
Fairfield Twp, OH 45011
(Located inside of Cincinnati Christian School)
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
The significance of the Apocalypse
The circumstances surrounding its writing
Who wrote it? To Whom? Where? Why?
Its structure and Content
Aids to interpretation
How can we benefit from it?
this is one of the books of father zakaria a researcher in the field of Comparative Religion
+++
I respect him too because he always puts himself in danger for the sake of the Muslims knew To know the Superstitions of Islam and guide them to the light of Christ and Christianity and to teach them how to love and forget the violence and terrorism of Islam
The first teaching in the series "Growing Deep in the Gospel". In this teaching we answer the question "Why is the Gospel Important?" by looking at Romans 1:16, several other Bible verses and quotes from pastors and Christian authors. Then in light of the importance of the gospel we look at what we should do with the gospel.
Os Hillman and his daughter Charis Hillman Brown lead a session for Mercy Ministries in Nashville, March 2015. The topic is on how to overcome hindrances in life to fulfill your God-designed purpose.
Our beloved Bishop, Brother Itse Enonuya admonished and encouraged the congregation to grow her interest in the work of evangelism.
He asked this key question: What makes an evangelistic congregation?
In Summary:
1. An evangelistic congregation is one committed to pleasing their Lord,
2. An evangelistic congregation is one that is committed to a spiritual relationship with Jehovah God.
3. An evangelistic congregation is one that is completely committed to the concept of reaching out to the lost.
4. An evangelistic congregation is one that is balanced in reaching out to the lost.
Jn 12:42-43 Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
2 Corinthians 11;4-33, A Different Jesus; Work Unto The Lord; Disguised Decei...Valley Bible Fellowship
2 Corinthians Chapter 11;4-33, A Different Jesus; Work Unto The Lord; Disguised Deceivers Poisoned Their Minds; Take The Bible Seriously, And Literally
Jesus just did not throw his disciples out into the world without any training and expect them to fair well! If we are going to be effective at evangelism we must be prepared. Both audio and slides can be enjoyed together at www.cmcoc.org Sermon by: Brian Birdow
Every natural thing is merely a manifestation of something spiritual. This set of slides explores the spirit realm and guidance for the spiritual warfare required of all born-again believers.
This Bible study delves into the afterlife and eternal future. Do you know what will happen when you die? The truth about heaven and hell? A detailed study of Scripture will reveal the truth.
Every born-again believer should understand the promise of our Savior's return. This belief and hope is critical to the belief system of every Christian, yet many don't know what to "expect" from the Messiah. This presentation offers a basic understanding of the Parousia and an entry level overview of Eschatology.
The world needs leaders of impact! God has called His people to create change in the earth. This presentation outlines the book LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE by Pat Williams, used by permission.
The tongue is a powerful tool, capable of building up or tearing down, creating or destroying. We must use this powerful instrument as God has intended.
Do you desire to hear God's voice? How do you know when He's speaking? This study details the methods through which God speaks and the heart we must have in order to hear Him clearly.
In order to rightly divide the word of truth, we must understand the context of God's word, which to at least some extent, is impacted by history and timing. This Bible study delves into the dispensations of time, revealing God's relationship with mankind in each.
NOTE: This study document contains images and graphs that are either available for common use (without sale) or copied by permission. No copyright infringement intended.
With so many false prophets among us, what does a TRUE prophet look like? This Bible study guides the believer through the characteristics exhibited by one truly called as a mouthpiece for God.
This presentation, Rekindling the Altar of God, is an encouragement to believers to reignite the worship that God requires.
To the surprise of many, our modern day "altars" and altar calls do not line up with Scripture or the worship requirements of our Heavenly Father.
This presentation was utilized in the 2011 Leadership Summit hosted by Breath of Life International Church. It exposes the many challenges faced by leaders in public ministry while proposing solutions to some of those issues.
Organic Worship | New Testament FellowshipDr. Joy Allen
This Bible study outline examines the New Testament model for Christian assembly, compares it to the practices of today, and suggest practical methods to ensure our modern fellowship and meetings fulfill the purpose set forth by the original apostles of Jesus Christ.
If you want to study the word of God, but don't quite know where to start, this study will help you initiate a strong love and understanding for God's word. You'll be introduced to a number of practical methods, along with explanations of how God's word is revealed through the three
The presentation reveals the origin of the New Testament Church. What did it look like? When and how was it established? This presentation outlines the establishment and characteristics of the New Testament Church and Apostolic order.
God's people have been granted power over the enemy. It's important for every born-again believer to understand the spiritual weapons God has granted to His saints. We are called to spiritual warfare, and we are equipped to win!
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
2. Outside the Box
Evangelism
Agenda
1 What is Evangelism? 5 The Balancing Act
Understanding Law and Grace
2 Your Responsibility 6 Methods of Delivery
3 Reconciliation 7 Breaking the Ice
4 Lost Souls 8 The Good News
The Gospel Message
4. Evangelism Defined
Distinguishing the Work from the Gift and Office
e·van·gel·ism n.
• Zealous preaching and dissemination of the gospel, as
through missionary work.
• Militant zeal for a cause.
e·van·gel·ist n.
• One who practices evangelism, especially a Protestant
preacher or missionary.
• One who has a great passion or divine call to share the
gospel with others.
5. The Great Commission
Jesus Commands His Followers to Go…
Matthew 28:18-20, KJV
• And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is
given unto me in heaven and in earth.
• Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in
the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
Ghost:
• Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto
the end of the world. Amen.
6. The Power of the Holy Ghost
It is the Power to Go…
Acts 1:8, AMP
• But ye shall receive power (strength, ability,
boldness), after that the Holy Ghost is come upon
you: and ye shall be witnesses (testifying of what you
have seen and heard) unto me both in Jerusalem
(personal evangelism), and in all Judea (outreach
ministry), and in Samaria (missions), and unto the
uttermost part of the earth (global ministry).
9. Ethical
Evangelism is YOUR Responsibility
Ethics define the law of man – negligence is unethical
ne·glect
tr.v. ne·glect·ed, ne·glect·ing, ne·glects
• To pay little or no attention to; fail to heed; disregard:
neglected their warnings.
• To fail to care for or attend to properly: neglects her
appearance.
• To fail to do or carry out, as through carelessness or
oversight: neglected to return the call.
n.
• The act or an instance of neglecting
something.
• The state of being neglected.
• Habitual lack of care.
10. Legal
Evangelism is YOUR Responsibility
Without grace and salvation, everyone is
guilty under the law
Romans 3:19-20, KJV
• Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it
saith to them who are under the law: that every mouth
may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty
before God.
• Therefore by the deeds of the law there
shall no, flesh be justified in his sight: for by
the law is the knowledge of sin.
11. Biblical
Evangelism is YOUR Responsibility
The law of God requires active evangelism
Ezekiel 3:17-19, NLT
• “Son of man, I have appointed you as a watchman for
Israel. Whenever you receive a message from me, warn
people immediately.
• If I warn the wicked, saying, „You are under the penalty
of death,‟ but you fail to deliver the warning, they will
die in their sins. And I will hold you responsible for
their deaths.
• If you warn them and they refuse to
repent and keep on sinning, they will die
in their sins. But you will have saved
yourself because you obeyed me.”
12. Spiritual
Evangelism is YOUR Responsibility
2 Timothy 4:5
• But watch thou in all things, endure affliction, do the work
of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.
2 Timothy 4:2
• Preach the Gospel
Proverbs 11:30
• Winning souls is wise
Mark 16:15-20
• Go into all the world and preach the Gospel
Mark 10:17-45
• Jesus teaches about the Kingdom of God
14. The Ministry of Reconciliation
The Call of All
2 Corinthians 5:18-21, KJV
• And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to
himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of
reconciliation;
• To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto
himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath
committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
• Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God
did beseech you by us; we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye
reconciled to God.
• For he hath made him to be sin for us, who
knew no sin; that we might be made the
righteousness of God in him.
16. False Conversion
A Sad Reality and Shocking Truth
• 9 out of every 10 believers are “backsliders”
• Only 2% of evangelical Christians actively share their
faith
• Jehovah‟s Witnesses and Mormons are the most active
of evangelical groups claiming to be Christians
• Eastern Religions, Black Nationalist Groups, The
Church of Satan, Cults and the Occult actively recruit
members at least five times the rate of those in the
Christian Church
• Retention within cults and occultist
groups is close to 98%, as compared to
less than 10% for the evangelical
Christian church
17. What a Shame
The Big Picture
Us Them
Retained Lost Retained Lost
98%
95%
5% 2%
18. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Many “Saved” are Literally Lost
A 1991 survey of a major
evangelical denomination in the
US revealed the following:
• 294,000 decisions for Christ
recorded
• 14,000 remained in fellowship after
12 months
• 280,000 lost in one year or less
• Retention less than 5% for a
“successful” year
19. Truth
An Inevitable End
Hebrews 9:27, KJV
It is appointed unto men once to
die, but after this the judgment.
21. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
The Law Still Matters
Psalm 19:7, KJV
The law of the Lord is
perfect converting the
soul.
22. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Grace Doesn‟t Make Sense to an Unbeliever
• “The preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness” (1
Corinthians 1:18)
• “…convinced of the law as a transgressor” James 2:9
• “The power of God unto salvation” (Romans 1:16)
• “…that every mouth may be stopped and all the world may become
guilty before God” (Romans 3:19)
• “…for by the law is the knowledge of sin” (Romans 3:20)
• “Sin is transgression of the law” (1 John 3:4)
• “No, I had not know sin, but by the law” (Romans
7:7)
• “Wherefore, the law was our schoolmaster…”
(Galatians 3:24)
23. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Modern Evangelism Produces FALSE Converts
“Jesus Christ will give you love, joy, peace, fulfillment
and lasting happiness.”
“God will heal your body and cause you to prosper in
every good way.”
“Seek the Lord today, and your life will change!”
24. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
A Message of Law and Grace Produces TRUE Converts
“Appointed unto man once to die, but after this the
judgment” Hebrews 9:27
“God commands all men everywhere to repent” Acts
17:30
“Riches profit not in the day of wrath, but
righteousness delivers from death” Proverbs 11:4
25. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
The Law is Required for Repentance
Romans 7:7, KJV
I had not known sin but
by the law.
26. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Revealed Transgression Produces a Desire for Mercy
“Against you, and you only, have I sinned, and done this evil in
your sight” (Psalm 51:4)
“How can I sin and do this thing against God?” (Genesis 39:9)
“I’ve sinned against heaven” (Luke 15:21)
“Repentance toward God” (Acts 20:21)
“Godly sorrow works repentance” (2 Corinthians 7:10)
28. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Keep it in Perspective
“I’ve found by long
experience that the
severest threatenings of
the Law of God have a
prominent place in
leading men to Christ.
They must see
themselves lost before
they will cry for mercy;
they’ll not escape danger
until they see it.”
A. B. Earl
29. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
The Law Can Kill
1 Timothy 1:9, AMP
But we know that the
law is good if it is used
lawfully for the purpose
for which it was
designed.
31. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Exposing Sin (Not the Sinner) is Necessary
“The commandment is a lamp
and the law is light.”
(Proverbs 6:23)
“By the commandment sin
became exceedingly sinful.”
(Romans 7:13)
32. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
The Way of the Master
Jesus Sets the Precedent
John 4
Begins in the NATURAL
Transitions to the SPIRITUAL
Brings conviction using the LAW
Reveals HIMSELF
33. Hell’s Best Kept Secret
Understanding the Conscience of Man
“…which show the work of the
law written in their hearts, their
conscience bearing witness…”
Romans 2:15
con = “with”
science = “knowledge”
36. The Power of 3
Press Toward the Mark
Share the Gospel with 3
people per day!
• 15 new believers per
week
• 60 new believers per
month
• 720 souls won per
year
39. for Ministry
Order of Operations
PERMANENT (SPIRITUAL) NEED
TEMPORARY (SOULISH) NEED
1 3
Man‟s need to be redeemed
The need for love, comfort, safety
from the law. Sin is inevitable in
and reassurance.
the flesh.
DESIRE
TEMPORARY (PHYSICAL) NEED
2 4
The fleshly desire for wealth,
The need for food, water and
Success, carefree living and
shelter to sustain life.
other luxuries.
41. Identify Your Target Audience
Find F.R.A.N. in Jerusalem
F
Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive
power, after that the Holy
Ghost is come upon you: and
RIENDS
ye shall be witnesses unto me
Personal Evangelism
Sphere of Influence
both in Jerusalem, and in all
R
Judea, and in Samaria, and
unto the uttermost part of the ELATIVES
earth.
A
Jerusalem is the place of
Personal Evangelism. Ministry CQUAINTANCES
must always begin in
Jerusalem (at home).
N EIGHBORS
42. Stick and Move!
A medicated shot can heal many sicknesses and diseases. However, one
must feel the puncture of the needle before the cooling medication can
flow to the area of infirmity.
1 : Present the LAW – Establish Need
The needle is the Law. Every
new believer must understand
that he or she is guilty of
sin, and therefore in violation of
the Law of God.
2 : Present GRACE – Introduce the Solution
The medicine represents the Gospel. The grace
of God has heals our sin through the blood
of Jesus Christ!
HALLELUJAH
44. Truth is the Key
John 8:32, KJV
And ye shall know the
truth, and the truth shall
make you free.
LAW and GRACE
Must be presented in BALANCE
BALANCE = 90% Law + 10% Grace
45. Meet G.R.A.C.E.
The Plan of Salvation
God’s Grace (John 3:16)
Repentance (Acts 2:38)
Acknowledgement (Romans 10:9-10)
Confession (1 John 1:9)
Expectation (Acts 2:38)
46. W.W.J.D.
What Would Jesus Do?
The Way of the Master
• Would you consider yourself to
be a good person?
• Do you think you’ve kept the
Law (Ten Commandments)?
• Judgment: Would you be found
innocent or guilty?
• Destiny: Would you go to
heaven or hell?
47. Seal the Deal
Always encourage the new
believer to pray. Then, pray with
the individual on their behalf.
AVOID the "Sinner's Prayer”
48. Discipleship and Maintenance
Encourage the new believer to . . .
• Develop a Lifestyle of Prayer (2 Chronicles 7:14)
• Study the Word of God (2 Timothy 2:15)
• Receive the Holy Ghost(Acts 5:32)
• Be Baptized in Water (Acts 2:38)
• Attend a Bible-Believing Church (Hebrews 10:25)
DISCIPLESHIP IS BIBLICAL
FOLLOW-UP IS NOT!!!
Zeal comes from having the heart of God – He desires that all souls be saved!God desires that ALL would repent!1 Timothy 2:3-5Many feel that if they are not called as an Evangelist (Ephesians 4:11-12), evangelism is not their responsibility.For each of the Five-Fold/Ascension gifts, there is a distinction between the work and the call, or office. We are empowered to do the work of all, though not necessarily ordained for the office.
Three-fold calling of EVERY believer:GOTEACHBAPTIZE
Filled with the Holy Ghost? You should be witnessing!Charles Spurgeon (Paraphrase):“If you have no desire to see people become Christians, you are not a Christian yourself!”Yet, only 2% of believers share their faith!
Fire Fighter ScenarioCalled on an emergencyChildren in the upstairs room of an apartmentBuilding is burning with flamesFireman and his crew pull up to the scene, but choose to eat lunch and finish listening to a rock CD before attempting to rescue the childrenFinally, the children perish in the fire, as the rescuers don’t reach them in timeLiable? YESWhy? NEGLIGENCE
Evangelism is commanded BEFORE Christ. Failure to correct God’s people at His command results in blood guiltiness.
While not everyone is called to BE an evangelist, all of the Church is called to do the WORK of the evangelist.
Ministry of Reconciliationrec·on·cile rec·on·ciled,rec·on·cil·ing,rec·on·ciles v.tr.To reestablish a close relationship between. To settle or resolve. To bring (oneself) to accept: He finally reconciled himself to the change in management.To make compatible or consistent: reconcile my way of thinking with yours. See Synonyms at adapt. v.intr.To reestablish a close relationship, as in marriage: The estranged couple reconciled after a year.To become compatible or consistent: The figures would not reconcile.
True Conversion vs. False ConversionWhy?Unbiblical perception of true salvation and what it isIt’s more than confessionConversion is required – one must be BORN AGAIN (John 3:3, 5-7)False promisesInsincere prayers and inaccurate doctrine of salvationWhat do the Cults do correctly?Preach with honestyFeed the flesh, then address the spiritClosed, secretive doctrine (family atmosphere)Preach certainty (everyone else is incorrect – preach an exclusive truth)
Modern Evangelism Creates 80 to 90 backsliders for every 100 conversions 80 – 90% of those making a decision for Christ fall away from the faithWhat methods have you used? Did they fail? (Discussion – if time permits)Roman Road4 Things God Wants You to KnowJourney Through the Gospels
THE TRUTH, Pure and Simple!The TRUTH of the Scriptures is the basis for TRUE conversion (John 8:32)
The Law is NECESSARY for conversion!Let’s look at civil law…Speeding Ticket Scenario, View #1 Good News Someone just paid $25,000 for a speeding ticket on your behalf! Reaction: What are you talking about? Foolishness…Confusion…OffenseSpeeding Ticket Scenario, View #2 On your way to a meeting… Law clocked you at 55 MPH; school zone, during a Blind Children’s Convention Passed 10 warning signs and 5 notices of a 15 MPH speed limit What you did was very dangerous Just wanted to let you know, a stranger paid the $25,000 to keep you out of jail – You are very fortunateTelling what you’ve done wrong FIRST makes the news good, rather than foolish!LAW FIRST, THEN GRACE = APPRECIATION, which leads to CONVERSION
MAKE IT RELEVANT!Carnal men do not understand spiritual things without the context of a complete message.Apply this principle to the Word of God… Show the sinner God’s divine law (10 Commandments – standard) Show the sinner precisely what he’s done wrong – that he’s offended God Good news of Christ is no longer foolishness, but “the power of God unto salvation (Rom 1:16)Review ScripturesRomans 3:19 – The Law (Word of God) stops the mouth (excuses)Romans 7:7 – How would you know what sin is, except by the Law?
Modern Evangelism Attempts to attract sinners with the issue of “Life Enhancement” (Desire rather than Need) Jesus Christ will give you peace, joy and happiness UNSCRIPTURALParachute Scenario:Part I – Man given a parachute to “improve his flight” Puts on parachute to test the promise He is laughed at and mocked; uncomfortable, hot Rips off parachute in anger – bitter, humiliated – he has been lied toPart II – Man given parachute to “prepare for a jump” Told he will be jumping 25,000 feet at any moment Gratefully puts on the parachute Fails to notice the discomfort – for those who laugh, he realizes they will not have the same experience of jumping Thankful and appreciate for the instruction to put on the parachuteThe second passenger had joy, in spite of tribulation – he knew the parachute would save his life!
What do you preach? Jesus improves the flight (love, joy, peace) – the convert is angered when tribulation comes Jesus is necessary to jump out of the plane (you die, you are judged) – the convert will grow in the face of tribulation – he will rely on the parachute (Jesus) in times of troubleTHE ISSUE ISN’T ONE OF HAPPINESS, BUT RIGHTEOUSNESS!!! It’s not an issue of desire, but of NEED!Do you have Jesus for the right reasons, with the right motive? If so, youWon’t get mad at God when bumps comeWon’t give up when trials and tribulations ariseThe true believer is driven CLOSER to God in tribulation!
NO SALVATION WITHOUT REPENTANCETrue repentance comes only in the face of wrong doing (sin).We are only aware of wrongdoing by the law (of God).“Godly sorrow works repentance” (2 Corinthians 7:10)
We must see transgression before we will desire mercy.
Consider this (Drowning Scenario)… Man swimming – jump into the lake, grab the man He doesn’t believe he’s drowning His reaction to you – “Are you crazy?” – disgust, anger Man clearly drowning – jump into the lake to grab him and bring him to safety His reaction to you – thankfulness, happiness, debtA PERSON WILL NOT WANT TO BE SAVED UNLESS THEY KNOW THEY ARE DROWNING!!!
A.B. Earl Famous evangelist of the last century Over 150,000 documented converts
What is the purpose referred to in this scripture? READ 1 Tim 1:8-9The law is for the hurting…Read Luke 4:18; Ref. Mat 5:3; Isa 57:15; 2 Tim 2:26; 2 Cor 4:4; Mark 2:17Scenario – The Doctor and the DiseasePart I – No Disease Detected Hi ___! This is a free gift. It will cure you of Habooga Disease! Your reaction: What? Are you crazy? You may be offended, angry, confused.Part II – Disease ConfirmedDisease confirmed with NO solution – KILLS!Part III – Disease Confirmed with a Solution My name is Dr. ___. Your tests came back showing internal blood clots and intestinal bleeding. You also have deteriorating bone marrow a potentially cancerous cysts in your lung tissue. This is typical of what we call Habooga Disease, a chronic and fatal condition. However, I do have good news. We have a FREE, experimental drug that has proven to clear this up, leaving no signs of the illness. Your reaction: Happiness. Gratefulness. Relief.TO ESTEEM THE SACRIFICE, WE MUST UNDERSTAND THE DISEASEMany converts are using God’s grace as an occasion for the flesh, not understanding and being fully convinced of the need for the Blood of Jesus!
Jesus always placed a light on sin…Luke 10:25 Attorney professing knowledge of Biblical Law Asks how to have everlasting life Jesus points him to the Law This ends his excuses – law stops the mouth – left guilty before GodJohn 3 (Nicodemus); John 1:43-51 (Nathaniel); Acts 2 (Jews on Day of Pentecost); John 8:1-11 (Woman caught in adultery)Dusting Scenario Dust a table clean – open a window – sun shines through – What do you see? DUST!THE LIGHT EXPOSES DIRT – THE LAW OF GOD EXPOSES SIN
Follow the examples of Christ – THE WAY OF THE MASTER1 Cor 2:14: “the natural man receives not the things of the spirit of God; neither can he know them. They are foolishness to him because they are spiritually understood.”EXAMPLE – (Use a volunteer):Witnessing scenarioTalk about a natural topicUse a feelerAre you a good person?Present the ten commandments?Identify a transgression and question the candidate?What does that make you?Guilty or innocent? Are you going to heaven or hell?God is a just God.Do you see how you need redemption – Jesus Christ? Pray and present requirements…JESUS Used “RCCR” = RELATE to the person, CREATE an opportunity to share the Gospel, CONVICT the individual of the Law, REVEAL God’s redemptive plan
In general, people know the difference between right and wrongRemember, God has given everyone a “measure of faith”People sin willinglyAllow the conscience given by God to bring conviction (John 8:9)Remember, GOD MUST DRAW (John 6:44)
Have you been witnessing? If not, repent.PREPARE YOURSELF
Set a reasonable goal – tithe by witnessing (2.4 people per 24 hours = 16 people per week)It’s easy. Just GOSSIP THE GOSPEL!!!
Keep general conversationBe complimentary and SINCERENATURAL 1STSPIRITUAL 2NDFEELERS…Tracts, articles, any physical thing of interest
True Conversion vs. False ConversionAFTER discussing addressing the natural, address the SPIRITUAL. Prioritize the remainder of the conversation based on importance, as diagramed above.
Who can I witness to?
Real ConversionThe TEST = TribulationReal Converts are made strongerFalse Converts die (backslide)
BE HONESTKeep the correct balance of LAW and GRACEToo much grace = false conversion due to disregard and lack of respectToo much law = hell-fire and undue fear of God
After establishing need… Ask prospect to accept Christ Not all will accept (some plant, some water, God gives the increase – 1 Corinthians 3:6)Don’t forget about the Holy Ghost!
What Did Jesus Do?We already know what He WOULD do. He WOULD do what He DID do!REF: John 4, Woman at the Well
About of the abundance of the HEART, the mouth speaks. Prayer must not be rehearsed (See Matthew 5).
Allow the candidate to show forth effortBe careful… Follow-up and discipleship are two different things!